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Burden of Proof

Leaders say a philosophy of suspicion keeps VA from making significant progress on the swelling backlog of veteran disability claims.

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Riders gear up for Legacy Run

Nearly 300 motorcycle riders, passengers and support staff will roar out of Indianapolis on Aug. 18 on the fourth annual American Legion Legacy Run.

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Legacy Scholarship blesses late soldier's family

On Sept. 23, 2004, Sgt. 1st Class Otie J. McVey was medically evacuated from Baghdad. The 53-year-old Army reservist from Oak Hill, W.Va., was treated for an illness unrelated to combat.

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Missouri Home Saved

Legion Riders raise $75,000 to save Missouri home for at-risk girls

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History of American Legion Baseball

Legion Baseball has thrived through wars, economic turmoil and national tragedies. Some 85 years later, the league is as strong as ever.

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Sept. 16 could become American Legion Day

Rep. Deborah L. Halvorson, D-Ill., introduced House Resolution 679 on July 24, calling on Americans to observe American Legion Day on Sept. 16.

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Eric Haney: Spreading the word about prostate cancer through Honor Flights

Veteran discusses his role in prostate cancer campaign.

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Medicare reimbursement bill introduced in House

Rep. Bob Filner, D-Calif., introduced legislation July 28 that would allow VA to bill Medicare for third-party reimbursements of eligible veterans for nonservice-connected medical conditions.

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Pin created for Comfort Warriors donors

Conventioneers who donate $10 or more while at Convention will receive a specially designed OCW pin.

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76 Freedom Car places 12th in Salem race

There’s no denying the team’s dramatic improvement this year, and its effect on Legion posts near the race sites.

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